Davidson County Community College
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Davidson County Community College (DCCC) is a multi-campus, public, two-year higher-education institution. The Davidson Campus is centrally located between Lexington and Thomasville, Davidson County, North Carolina
and first opened in 1958. The Davie Campus, located in Mocksville, Davie County, North Carolina
, opened in 1994.
As a two-year college serving a growing county and regional population,http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/37/37057.html DCCC awards certificates, diplomas, and Associate degrees in more than 50 programs.http://www.davidson.cc.nc.us/academics/index.htm Offering vocational and college transfer programs allow students to train in a career specific skill base or prepare for further education. As a member of the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement http://www.davidson.cc.nc.us/advisement/index.htm (CAA), between the North Carolina Community College System
and the University of North Carolina
(UNC) System, credits earned at DCCC transfer to the university system. DCCC also provides basic skill training and General Education Development (GED)http://www.davidson.cc.nc.us/lifelonglearning/basicskills.htm programs to the public.
DCCC is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
http://www.sacscoc.org/pdf/webmemlist.pdf and was originally accredited in 1968. DCCC's last reaffirmation was in 2002 with its next reaffirmation scheduled for 2013.http://www.sacscoc.org/details.asp?instid=25680
Davidson County Community College should not be confused with Davidson College
, a small, private four-year liberal arts college in Davidson, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
.
Officially chartered as Davidson County Community College in 1965, the college began offering a larger variety of degrees and certificates including Associate in Arts and Associate in Science. College transfer courses were added in 1966.http://www.davidsonccc.edu/about/index.htm
Currently, there are several projects planned or currently underway for new facilities on both the Davidson and Davie campuses. Student enrollment continues to expand every year. http://www.the-dispatch.com/article/20081006/ARTICLES/810060291/0/LETTERS
The architectural campus design features a central "quad", or courtyard, featuring a large fountain, and tree grove with benches and seating. Each building features a matching brick facade generally using a Modern architectural design.
Services on the Davidson Campus include "The Storm Cellar" the campus dining facility, a student lounge, and the campus bookstore. The two-story Grady Edward Love Learning Resources Center (Library) features Wi-Fi
access http://www.davidsonccc.edu/lrc/howdoi.htm, a computer lab, and individual study rooms.
The William T. Sinclair building, is the original campus building.
The Davie campus also fully houses the Cancer Information, Histotechnology, Phlebotomy, Practical Nurse Education and Welding programs. Like the Davidson campus, Davie hosts an Early College allowing students to earn an Associate's degree as they earn their high school credential.
Services on the Davie campus include a campus store, library, and study space.
The Thomasville Education Center (TEC)http://www.davidsonccc.edu/about/thomasville.htm opened in 2005 on Randolph Street in Thomasville, NC. Like the Uptown Lexington site, TEC offers credit and non-credit courses and GED.
The Davie Education Center http://www.davidsonccc.edu/about/daviecenter.htm a 3500 square feet (325.2 m²) facility next to the Bermuda Run Town Hall opened in 2008. This site provides small business, continuing education, and curriculum courses. An extensive distance learning lab provides access to other courses and programs offered at DCCC or through other locations inside and outside of North Carolina.
Dr. Mary Rittling, the current college president, is the third president in the College history and the first female president at DCCC.http://wvutoday.wvu.edu/news/page/1898/ Her responsibilities include the budgetary process, campus expansion, political advocacy, and other duties.
Under the president college functions are broken down into seven distinct, functional areas:
These areas are responsible for maintaining the day-to-day campus activities including marketing, coursework, registration, admission, and discipline/safety matters.
Annually, the Foundation sponsors various events, fund raisers, and activities. The Scholarship Golf Tournament recruits local businesses and community figures to support and sponsor various holes and players. The 2008 tournament raised $30,000.http://www.davidsonccc.edu/foundation/events.htm The other major event, Campus Fund Drive, is a two-week campaign to encourage faculty, staff, and community to donate towards an annual goal. The 2008 CFD goal was $30,000.http://www.davidsonccc.edu/foundation/annualfunddrive.htm
Throughout the academic year the Student Government Association hosts Fall Fest and Spring Fling. These events typically include club fund raisers, games for adults and children, and music. The SGA also sponsor several Red Cross blood drives throughout the year.
The Prisim Series is a cultural arts program that introduces various art forms to the campus.http://www.davidsonccc.edu/studentlife/prism.htm Each week the Prism Series hosts Coffee Hour featuring either a speaker or musical act. The Prism Series also sponsors various speakers and presentations throughout the year for students, faculty, and staff.
Students are encouraged to participate in various campus-wide activities such as the Great American Smokeout
, Constitution Day
, Campus Holiday Tree Lighting, International week, and events celebrating Black History, Women's History, and Latino History months. Each semester an art exhibit is hosted in the Mendenhall building featuring art from local, regional, and national artists. While the theme changes each semester typically each show features prints, photographs, original art, sculpture, and other expression pieces.http://www.the-dispatch.com/article/20080821/ARTICLES/808210302/0/API&title=Fall_art_exhibit_called__Visions__opens_at_DCCC
Students at the Davidson and Davie Campus have access to a free on-campus fitness facility. On the Davidson Campus a Fitness Specialist is available for fitness program planning and nutritional information.
In the 2009-10 year, the women's volleyball team reached the National NCJAA Volleyball tournament. The men's basketball team also achieved national ranking by competing in the NCJAA Division III national championship games.
Students admitted to the College who plan to participate in intercollegiate athletics must meet all admissions criteria set forth in the College Catalog. Player eligibility includes standards established by DCCC and NJCAA such as full-time enrollment of 12 hours or more with satisfactory attendance and grade point averages. (http://www.davidsonccc.edu/athletics/index.htm)
Intramural sports are sponsored by the Fitness Center and open to any faculty, staff, or student. Basketball, volleyball, indoor soccer, and dodgeball are offered at various times throughout the year.http://www.davidsonccc.edu/studentlife/fitness_center.htm
Many DCCC sporting events are streamed live on the school's website. http://www.davidsonccc.edu/athletics/SPORTS-LIVE.htm
Davidson County, North Carolina
-Demographics:As of the census of 2010, there were 149,331 people, 58,156 households, and 42,512 families residing in the county. The population density was 267 people per square mile . There were 62,432 housing units at an average density of 113 per square mile...
and first opened in 1958. The Davie Campus, located in Mocksville, Davie County, North Carolina
Davie County, North Carolina
- Wine region :Portions of Davie County are located in the Yadkin Valley AVA, an American Viticultural Area. Wines made from grapes grown in the Yadkin Valley AVA may use the appellation Yadkin Valley on their labels.-Demographics:...
, opened in 1994.
As a two-year college serving a growing county and regional population,http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/37/37057.html DCCC awards certificates, diplomas, and Associate degrees in more than 50 programs.http://www.davidson.cc.nc.us/academics/index.htm Offering vocational and college transfer programs allow students to train in a career specific skill base or prepare for further education. As a member of the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement http://www.davidson.cc.nc.us/advisement/index.htm (CAA), between the North Carolina Community College System
North Carolina Community College System
The North Carolina Community College System is a statewide network of fifty-eight public community colleges. Each college has a distinct governance system and policies. In total, the system enrolls over 800,000 students, and is the third largest community college system in the nation...
and the University of North Carolina
University of North Carolina
Chartered in 1789, the University of North Carolina was one of the first public universities in the United States and the only one to graduate students in the eighteenth century...
(UNC) System, credits earned at DCCC transfer to the university system. DCCC also provides basic skill training and General Education Development (GED)http://www.davidson.cc.nc.us/lifelonglearning/basicskills.htm programs to the public.
DCCC is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools is one of the six regional accreditation organizations recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation...
http://www.sacscoc.org/pdf/webmemlist.pdf and was originally accredited in 1968. DCCC's last reaffirmation was in 2002 with its next reaffirmation scheduled for 2013.http://www.sacscoc.org/details.asp?instid=25680
Davidson County Community College should not be confused with Davidson College
Davidson College
Davidson College is a private liberal arts college in Davidson, North Carolina. The college has graduated 23 Rhodes Scholars and is consistently ranked in the top ten liberal arts colleges in the country by U.S. News and World Report magazine, although it has recently dropped to 11th in U.S. News...
, a small, private four-year liberal arts college in Davidson, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
-Air:The county's primary commercial aviation airport is Charlotte Douglas International Airport in Charlotte.- Intercity rail :With twenty-five freight trains a day, Mecklenburg is a freight railroad transportation center, largely due to its place on the NS main line between Washington and Atlanta...
.
History
Originally chartered in 1958 as an Industrial Education Center http://www.davidsonccc.edu/about/index.htm DCCC provided education and skills to assist the community in transitioning from an agriculturally-based to a manufacturing-based economy. In 1963, enrollment consisted of 51 students in adult education and service programs with 125 students enrolled in vocational and technical courses.Officially chartered as Davidson County Community College in 1965, the college began offering a larger variety of degrees and certificates including Associate in Arts and Associate in Science. College transfer courses were added in 1966.http://www.davidsonccc.edu/about/index.htm
Currently, there are several projects planned or currently underway for new facilities on both the Davidson and Davie campuses. Student enrollment continues to expand every year. http://www.the-dispatch.com/article/20081006/ARTICLES/810060291/0/LETTERS
Davidson Campus
The main Davidson Campus is located in central Davidson County, the Davidson Campus currently has 14 academic buildings. The campus also houses an emergency training facility, a walking track, and a small memorial garden.The architectural campus design features a central "quad", or courtyard, featuring a large fountain, and tree grove with benches and seating. Each building features a matching brick facade generally using a Modern architectural design.
Services on the Davidson Campus include "The Storm Cellar" the campus dining facility, a student lounge, and the campus bookstore. The two-story Grady Edward Love Learning Resources Center (Library) features Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi or Wifi, is a mechanism for wirelessly connecting electronic devices. A device enabled with Wi-Fi, such as a personal computer, video game console, smartphone, or digital audio player, can connect to the Internet via a wireless network access point. An access point has a range of about 20...
access http://www.davidsonccc.edu/lrc/howdoi.htm, a computer lab, and individual study rooms.
The William T. Sinclair building, is the original campus building.
Link Campus
In September 2009 the College revealed that a local Lexington family had donated 183 acre (0.74057538 km²) of land to the college.http://www.davidsonccc.edu/about/link_campus.htm This donation increased the size of the Davidson Campus from 97 acres (392,545.4 m²) to 280 acres (1.1 km²). Future plans include athletic fields, additional educational buildings, a renewable pine forest and a sports/conference arena.Davie Campus
The Davie Campus, located on 45 acres (182,108.7 m²) in Mocksville, NC, features three academic buildings. Recent additions have added 8500 square feet (789.7 m²) of space to the Laboratory building with the first floor of the Community building being renovated to serve as the campus library.http://www.davidsonccc.edu/about/davie_campus.htm In the same style as the Davidson campus each building features a brick facade in a Modern architectural style.The Davie campus also fully houses the Cancer Information, Histotechnology, Phlebotomy, Practical Nurse Education and Welding programs. Like the Davidson campus, Davie hosts an Early College allowing students to earn an Associate's degree as they earn their high school credential.
Services on the Davie campus include a campus store, library, and study space.
Other Locations
The Uptown Lexington Center http://www.davidsonccc.edu/about/lexington.htm opened in 2004 on First Street in Lexington, NC. This site provides curriculum, GED, and Continuing Education services.The Thomasville Education Center (TEC)http://www.davidsonccc.edu/about/thomasville.htm opened in 2005 on Randolph Street in Thomasville, NC. Like the Uptown Lexington site, TEC offers credit and non-credit courses and GED.
The Davie Education Center http://www.davidsonccc.edu/about/daviecenter.htm a 3500 square feet (325.2 m²) facility next to the Bermuda Run Town Hall opened in 2008. This site provides small business, continuing education, and curriculum courses. An extensive distance learning lab provides access to other courses and programs offered at DCCC or through other locations inside and outside of North Carolina.
Organization
Davidson County Community College is a member of the North Carolina Community College system, a set of 58 community colleges located throughout the state.Administration
The Board of Trustees, a set of 14 voting members and the Student Government President (non-voting)http://www.davidsonccc.edu/about/board_of_trustees.htm address the major decisions and issues facing the college. The Trustees do not participate in the day to day running of the college.Dr. Mary Rittling, the current college president, is the third president in the College history and the first female president at DCCC.http://wvutoday.wvu.edu/news/page/1898/ Her responsibilities include the budgetary process, campus expansion, political advocacy, and other duties.
Under the president college functions are broken down into seven distinct, functional areas:
| Academic Programs and Services | External Affairs and DCCC Foundation | Financial and Administrative Services |
| Human Resource Services | Public Information and Marketing | Information Technology Services |
| Student Services and Enrollment Management | ||
These areas are responsible for maintaining the day-to-day campus activities including marketing, coursework, registration, admission, and discipline/safety matters.
Academic Organization
In 2009 DCCC began restructuring their academic organizational structure. Under the Vice President of Academic Programs and Services five schools contain the academic services of the college.| School of Arts, Sciences and Education | ||
|---|---|---|
| English and Reading | Humanities | Social Sciences |
| Sciences, PE | Mathematics | Teacher Education |
| School of Business, Engineering & Technical Studies | ||
| Business & Computers | Engineering, Industrial, and Transportation | Criminal Justice & Legal Studies |
| School of Health, Wellness & Public Safety | ||
| Health and Wellness Technology | Human Services | Health Continuing Education |
| Health and Public Safety | ||
| School of Foundational Studies & Academic Support | ||
| Developmental Education | Basic Skills | Distance Education |
| High School Programs | Library Services | Learning Assistance Center |
| Coaching Centers | ||
| School of Community Education, Workforce Development & Entrepreneurship | ||
| Customized Training | Small Business Center | Conference Engagement and Community Engagement |
Academic Profile
DCCC has an open door admissions policy http://www.davidsonccc.edu/admissions/admissions_requirements_procedures.htm, allowing all students who apply to be accepted. However, some programs do have special admissions requirements. Primarily, these are fields where demand for education is high: selected health programs, Basic Law Enforcement training, Truck Driver training, and the Zoo & Aquarium program.http://www.davidsonccc.edu/admissions/applications.htm2008-2009 Academic Course List
| Agriculture and Animal Science Careers | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Biotechnology | Zoo & Aquarium Science | ||
| Business Management & Finance Careers | |||
| Accounting | Business Administration | Human Resources Management | Motorsports Management |
| College Transfer Options - Associate Degrees in: | |||
| Arts | Fine Arts | General Education | Science |
| Community and Human Service Careers | |||
| Community Spanish Interpreter | Cosmetology | Esthetics | Therapeutic Massage |
| Computer Technologies | |||
| Computer Information Technology | Computer Programming | Networking Technology | Web Technologies |
| Education Careers | |||
| Early Childhood Education | Lateral Entry Teacher Education | Special Education | Teacher Assistant |
| Engineering and Industrial Technologies | |||
| Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration | Electronics Engineering Technology | Industrial Systems Technology | Welding |
| Health Science Careers | |||
| Cancer Information Management | Emergency Medical Science | Health Information Technology | Histotechnology |
| LPN to ADN Option | Medical Assisting | Medical Laboratory Technology | Nursing - ADN |
| Nursing Assistant I & II | Pharmacy Technology | Phlebotomy | Physical Therapy Assistant |
| Public Safety and Law Careers | |||
| Basic Law Enforcement Training | Criminal Justice | Fire Protection | Paralegal |
| Transportation Careers | |||
| Automotive Systems Technology | Motorcycle Mechanics | Truck Driver Training | |
Foundation & Alumni Association
The Foundation assists in the development of college programs, services, and scholarships. Established in 1968, the Davidson County Community College Foundation, Inc. is considered a non-profit educational and charitable organization. Currently, the Foundation has $9.5 million in scholarships and funds.http://www.davidsonccc.edu/foundation/about_foundation.htmAnnually, the Foundation sponsors various events, fund raisers, and activities. The Scholarship Golf Tournament recruits local businesses and community figures to support and sponsor various holes and players. The 2008 tournament raised $30,000.http://www.davidsonccc.edu/foundation/events.htm The other major event, Campus Fund Drive, is a two-week campaign to encourage faculty, staff, and community to donate towards an annual goal. The 2008 CFD goal was $30,000.http://www.davidsonccc.edu/foundation/annualfunddrive.htm
DCCC Alumni Association
The Alumni Association attempts to connect the approximately half million students http://www.davidsonccc.edu/foundation/alumni.htm who attended since 1963. Alumni are asked to volunteer time and support for college events and fund raisers. Alumni are extended various benefits for joining the association including access to campus facilities and services.Student Life & Athletics
Student Life at DCCC includes over 31 clubs and organizations (http://www.davidsonccc.edu/studentlife/student_organizations.htm) for students to join including the Student Government Association, a Glee club, the International Club and Cheer-leading club/team that attend athletic events, and several other groups specific to a certain major or interest.Throughout the academic year the Student Government Association hosts Fall Fest and Spring Fling. These events typically include club fund raisers, games for adults and children, and music. The SGA also sponsor several Red Cross blood drives throughout the year.
The Prisim Series is a cultural arts program that introduces various art forms to the campus.http://www.davidsonccc.edu/studentlife/prism.htm Each week the Prism Series hosts Coffee Hour featuring either a speaker or musical act. The Prism Series also sponsors various speakers and presentations throughout the year for students, faculty, and staff.
Students are encouraged to participate in various campus-wide activities such as the Great American Smokeout
Great American Smokeout
The Great American Smokeout is a social engineering experiment on the third Thursday of November in the United States encouraging Americans to stop tobacco smoking. The American Cancer Society held its first Smokeout in San Francisco's Union Square Nov.16th 1977...
, Constitution Day
Constitution Day
Constitution Day is a holiday to honor the constitution of a country. Constitution Day is often celebrated on the anniversary of the signing, promulgation or adoption of the constitution, or in some cases, to commemorate the change to constitutional monarchy:...
, Campus Holiday Tree Lighting, International week, and events celebrating Black History, Women's History, and Latino History months. Each semester an art exhibit is hosted in the Mendenhall building featuring art from local, regional, and national artists. While the theme changes each semester typically each show features prints, photographs, original art, sculpture, and other expression pieces.http://www.the-dispatch.com/article/20080821/ARTICLES/808210302/0/API&title=Fall_art_exhibit_called__Visions__opens_at_DCCC
Students at the Davidson and Davie Campus have access to a free on-campus fitness facility. On the Davidson Campus a Fitness Specialist is available for fitness program planning and nutritional information.
Athletics
DCCC's men's basketball and a women's volleyball teams began in 2007 and are part of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). Both teams have been successful in their respective games.http://www.davidsonccc.edu/athletics/index.htmIn the 2009-10 year, the women's volleyball team reached the National NCJAA Volleyball tournament. The men's basketball team also achieved national ranking by competing in the NCJAA Division III national championship games.
Students admitted to the College who plan to participate in intercollegiate athletics must meet all admissions criteria set forth in the College Catalog. Player eligibility includes standards established by DCCC and NJCAA such as full-time enrollment of 12 hours or more with satisfactory attendance and grade point averages. (http://www.davidsonccc.edu/athletics/index.htm)
Intramural sports are sponsored by the Fitness Center and open to any faculty, staff, or student. Basketball, volleyball, indoor soccer, and dodgeball are offered at various times throughout the year.http://www.davidsonccc.edu/studentlife/fitness_center.htm
Many DCCC sporting events are streamed live on the school's website. http://www.davidsonccc.edu/athletics/SPORTS-LIVE.htm